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The All New Miami Open March 18-31, 2019 | Hard Rock Stadium | MiamiOpen.com
Refined Stay
JW Marriott Marquis Miami infuses sophistication, design, art, fashion and technology into a diverse landscape of business, meeting and pleasure travel pursuits at the threshold of luxury, defined by the lifestyle of guests seeking privilege and pampering in today’s cutting-edge plugged-in society. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Guardian Angel
Back when she was a single teenage mom, Margarita Franco always said that once she had the chance, she would help other young single mothers like herself. Today, she is doing just that through Margarita’s Angels.
Statement Hair
These showstopping color trends will be filling your social media feeds in the months to come. And hair giant L’Oreal Paris gives these looks a glowing endorsement. — Text by Zelda Grant
Pro Serve
Fisher Island Club scores an ace with tennis fans, offering four private lessons with a pro for the price of three throughout the month of March. — Text by Anja Maltav
Desk Art
Clocks were once exclusively affixed to walls or pressed up against them, as in your grandfather’s old cuckoo clock. As time passed (pun intended, or course), they ended up in digital form on a nightstand near you and have more recently been replaced by cell phones and watches. The Medusa Clock takes the concept of time into the future — and beyond. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Innovative Canvas
Think Wynwood, but under your feet, and with a few power serves mixed in. That’s the ingenious idea behind the tennis “Art Courts” popping up in underserved communities across the country, starting with Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Ultimate Amenities
Basketball, tennis, golf, bowling and billiards are all part of the expansive 50,000-sq.-ft. sports, lifestyle and entertainment complex exclusively available at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami hotel. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Experience To Remember
LV Event Designs is the story of the rise of a local entrepreneur who is expanding her brand while at the same time raising two teenagers and juggling all the challenges that face a young female businessperson. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Timely Treatment
Feeling under the weather? You don’t have to leave Key Biscayne to find quality healthcare. Baptist Health Urgent Care Express offers low-cost, fast care with no appointment needed. It’s so convenient, it’s even golf cart accessible! — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Cuban Manhattan
Aptly named Bertica, after the mother of Havana Club Ambassador and Miami-based influencer Giovanny Gutierrez, this libation brings the people of Miami a Cuban take on a delicious and classic cocktail. — Drink @ Café La Trova | Photo by Anthony Nader @ 52Chefs
Anything’s Pawsable
Being able to talk to a best friend can be one of the most comforting, liberating things you can do. With a dog, you’re guaranteed to get a warm, slobbery lick instead of judgment. Sounds great, right? — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Theft-Proof Pedaling
VanMoof’s new S2 and X2 E-bicycles come with Anti-Theft Technology so they’ll be used more often, leading to an overall healthier you and an increased peace of mind. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Right Sight
Merging high-tech 3D printing with artisanal design, Edward Beiner 3D is the first line to launch under the boutique retailer’s new Eyes Forward campaign. — Text by Anja Maltav
Game, Set, Match!
In celebration of the Miami Open, PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter is serving up a look at its two tennis courts sure to appeal to sporty residents and tennis fans. — Text by Anja Maltav
Financial Helm
Rule the financial world from a futuristic capsule that will make your business associates and co-workers jealous, all while increasing productivity. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Opportunity Zones
Savvy investors are taking advantage of new Opportunity Zone investments with tax laws that allow significant deferrals — or complete elimination — of capital gains for long-term investments aimed to spark economic development. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila, JD, LLM | Portrait by Edward Leal
Robot Bartender
Lazy drinkers rejoice. The Barsys is an ergonomically designed automated cocktail maker that can deliver perfect cocktails and mocktails in a jiffy. Zero-gravity buzz not included. — Text by Zelda Grant
Pro Toss
Tennis training tools don’t get any more perfect than with your very own portable tennis ball machine to spit balls out at random directions with speeds that will make you feel like you’re playing in a real match against a pro. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Spring Bliss
As I prepare for my annual spring cleaning routine — organizing the house, storage, desktop, backup files, clearing out useless apps, etc. — Text by Jorge Arauz
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Smooth Cruising
Boats are the best way to see Florida, but it can be daunting to choose the one that best fits your lifestyle. What follows is an overview with a vessel for every taste. — Text by Bill Lindsey | Photos courtesy of Respective Brands
Nostalgic Shores
While water is essential to sustaining life, it’s also vital to enjoying it. Florida has over 650 miles of beaches and every day they “wave” to us inviting us in to play. And that’s precisely what many of us were born to do. — Text by Zak Mann
Dream Boat
Blue skies, clear waters — the perfect backdrop for a day in paradise. Dive in to the boating season with a fresh wardrobe complete with the perfect yachting accessories for every occasion.
Welcome Aboard
Two mega-boat shows in town. Perfect weather. It’s time to take the family and
friends out for a dinner cruise. Pay close attention to these yacht chef secrets to make
things a little smoother out on the high seas. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Yachthing World
The smell of generously applied sunblock on determined shoppers in boat shoes is in the air as the Miami International Boat Show and the Miami Yacht Show join forces to create the world’s largest display of boats for sale. — Compiled by Bill & Sandy Lindsey
The Defenders
Mark Stephens served his country for 21+ years in Army Special Operations. He now serves his fellow Nation’s Special Operations members and their families through Task Force Dagger
Foundation, which is there for them when the government, the VA or other insurance isn’t. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Island Cruiser
Yes, the Garia Golf Cart, self-described as “the coolest golf cart ever,” will turn heads on the green, but with its Mercedes-Benz Style inspiration, you’ll want to tool all over the island with it.
Tasty Dine
Mediterranean specialties, bottomless beverages, delectable dishes and endless fun welcome even the swankiest of appetites with Chef Daniel Boulud’s new signature Sunday Brunch at Boulud Sud in Downtown Miami. — Text by Anja Maltav | Photos courtesy of Boulud Sud
Artistic Souls
In a city of talented designers, James & Miriam Duncan stand out due to the extent with which they blur the lines between art and design. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Artistic Souls
Composing a room, painting a canvas or creating a sculpture are all very similar. “Art and design go hand in hand,” says James Duncan,...
Essential Insight
A new study suggests Postpartum Depression could be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease in otherwise healthy women. — Text by kaya baez
Taste Sensation
Many people reinvent themselves after working for a Fortune 100 company, but few do it in as delicious way as Liza’s Kitchen founder Liza Molinary. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Finding Love
It’s amazing how much love and laughter dogs bring into our lives and how much closer we become with each other because of them. Do you have room in your heart for a furry companion this Valentine’s Day? — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Intense Solutions
Celebrities will go to just about any extreme to look their best and slow down the aging process. The outrageous beauty treatments we’ve gathered are some of the most extreme on the market. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Snow Panache
Floridians are amongst the nation’s most avid skiers. If you’re going to be getting your exercise on the slopes this winter, hit them in celebrity style courtesy of Jackie Chan. — Text by Sandy Lindsey







































